Differential Carrier Assembly Cover and/or Gasket Replacement

Differential Carrier Assembly Cover and/or Gasket Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the engine protection shield (EPS), if equipped.
3. Drain the front differential assembly.





4. Remove the differential cover bolts.

Important: The front differential housing cover gasket is reusable. DO NOT replace unless gasket is damaged.

5. Remove the differential cover and gasket.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the differential cover and gasket.

Notice: Install the differential cover bolts.

2. ^ Tighten the differential cover bolts to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).
3. Fill the front differential with fluid.





4. Install the EPS, if equipped.
5. Lower the vehicle.